2020 COPD Foundation: News and Events
FDA Medical Device Recall:
Comfort Flo Humidification Systems by Teleflex Medical
Email Rcvd February 20, 2020
FDA Medical Device Recall:
Stellar 100 and 150 Non–invasive and Invasive Ventilators by ResMed
Email Rcvd February 20, 2020
Point–of–Care MRI System Granted FDA Clearance
Published February 14, 2020
Tracheobronchomalacia May Be Associated With Inhaled Corticosteroid Use
Published February 14, 2020
Lung Cancer Mortality in Former Smokers Reduced With Low–Dose CT Screening
Published February 12, 2020
Bronchiectasis Progression in COPD Associated With Preventable Risk Factors
Published February 11, 2020
Nebulized Normal Saline Evaluated for Acute Viral Bronchiolitis
Published February 11, 2020
Pulmonary Rehab for COPD: Closing the Geographic and Racial Gaps
Published February 07, 2020
10 Mistakes that People Who Wear Oxygen Often Make
Blog post February 06, 2020
Vitamin D Deficiency Associated With Worsening Lung Function in COPD
Published February 06, 2020
Prevalence and Experience With Cough in Patients With Lung Cancer
Published February 06, 2020
FDA: Bacitracin for Injection to Be Withdrawn From Market
Published February 05, 2020
Many US Adults Have Misconceptions About Influenza Virus and Vaccination
Published February 04, 2020
Risk of COPD Worsening Reduced With ICS/LABA Combination
Published February 03, 2020
Healthcare–Associated Pneumonia: What’s in a Name?
Published January 31, 2020
Improvements Proposed for the Updated GOLD Recommendations on COPD
Published January 31, 2020
Real–Time Flu Surveillance Could Be Improved by Wearable Device Data
Published January 31, 2020
Working to Improve Immunotherapy for Lung Cancer
Published January 30, 2020
Pneumonia Risk in COPD Increases With Lower Eosinophils and Bacterial Infection
Published January 30, 2020
Oral Influenza Vaccine Promising Based on Challenge Study Results
Published January 30, 2020
Individualized COPD Therapy May Reduce Exacerbations, Costs
Published January 28, 2020
California May Start Producing Its Own Medicines
Published January 27, 2020
Pulmonary Function Impairments May Increase Lung Cancer Susceptibility
Published January 27, 2020
Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea Still Benefit From Suboptimal CPAP Adherence
Published January 27, 2020
Shared Decision–Making and Patient Engagement Significantly Improve Long–Term COPD Outcomes
Published January 24, 2020
The Utility of House Calls in Pulmonary Disease
Published January 24, 2020
Asthma Severity May Be Identified Via Total Airway Count on Computed Tomography
Published January 24, 2020
Smoking Rates at All–Time Low, Surgeon General Reports
Published January 23, 2020
Robotic Bronchoscopy Safe, Effective in Post–Marketing Study
Published January 23, 2020
COPD Subtype Classification: Analysis of the COPDGene Study
Published January 22, 2020
Adding Ensifentrine to Tiotropium Therapy Improves Lung Function in COPD, Top–line Results Show
Published January 21, 2020
Oseltamivir Reduces Recovery Time for Influenza–Like Illness in European Study
Published January 21, 2020
New Pulmonary Wellness Foundation Offers Free Online Rehab Programs
Published January 20, 2020
Increased Nutrient Intake Linked With Decreased COPD Severity in Elderly Men
Published January 20, 2020
Virtual vs In–Person Education for Inhaler Use in Asthma, COPD
Published January 17, 2020
New Combination Respiratory Therapy for COPD Approved by FDA
Published January 17, 2020
Getting the Most from Your Inhaled Medications
Blog post January 16, 2020
A Novel Surveillance Tool for Flu: Fitbit
Published January 16, 2020
Varenicline Initially Improves Continuous Abstention in Smokers With COPD
Published January 16, 2020
High Patient Complexity in COPD Associated With Low–Value ICS Prescription
Published January 16, 2020
Certain Cancer Therapies May Hold Promise in Treating COPD, Preclinical Study Suggests
Published January 14, 2020
What Does an Influenza B Dominant Flu Season Mean?
Published January 14, 2020
CDC: Influenza Season on Similar Trajectory as Worst Recent Years
Published January 14, 2020
Study: Could Cancer Drugs Treat COPD?
Published January 13, 2020
Biomarker–Guided Exclusion of VAP Does Not Reduce Antibiotic Use
Published January 13, 2020
Could COPD Serve as a Marker of Cardiovascular Morbidity, Mortality?
Published January 09, 2020
8 Winter Breathing Tips for People with Lung Conditions
Blog post January 09, 2020
Download the 2020 GOLD Reports for Personal Use
Finalized December 19, 2019
COPD Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Mortality: Differences Between Women and Men
Published January 08, 2020
Culprit in Mystery Pneumonia in China Found?
Published January 08, 2020
Device Accelerator: How a Vest for COPD Evolved
Fall 2019 Issue of Penn Medicine Magazine
Dual Use of E–Cigarettes and Combustible Cigarettes Increases Stroke Odds
Published January 07, 2020
New Assisted Breathing Device May Soon Be Available for Patients with Trouble Breathing
Published January 07, 2020
Risk Factors Associated With Accelerated Lung Function Decline in Adults
Published January 07, 2020
CDC: Influenza Cases Continue to Elevate Across the United States
Published January 06, 2020
Cancer Drugs Could Potentially Treat COPD
Published January 06, 2020
More Than Just a Cough: NTM Lung Disease Increasing Across US
Published January 03, 2020
COPD Triple–Combination Therapy Approved in China, AstraZeneca Announces
Published January 03, 2020
Lung Transplant Outcomes Similar for Recipients of High, Standard Risk Donors
Published January 02, 2020
COPD Severity Affected by Traffic–Related Air Pollution
Published January 02, 2020
Ventilation Abnormalities Are Unlikely Random Among Patients With Asthma
Published January 02, 2020
COPD Assessment Test Submitted to FDA for Drug Development Tool Approval
Published December 27, 2019
Congress May Raise Age to Buy Tobacco Products to 21
Published December 23, 2019
LABA Therapy in Asthma–COPD Overlap May Decrease Risk for MI
Published December 23, 2019
Drug Device Promising for Pulmonary Hypertension Associated With ILD
Published December 20, 2019
Secondhand Smoke May Increase Risk for Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Children
Published December 20, 2019
E–cigs Raise Risk of Chronic Lung Disease, Especially in Those Who Also Smoke, Study Finds
Published December 20, 2019
FDA Warns of Breathing Problems With Gabapentinoids
Published December 19, 2019
E–Cigarette Use Is Independent Risk Factor for Chronic Lung Disease
Published December 19, 2019
Evidence Supports Perioperative Nicotine Replacement Therapy
Published December 19, 2019
Holiday Tips for the LOVED ONES of People with Lung Conditions
Published December 19, 2019
Trump Administration Announces Proposal to Allow Drug Importation
Published December 18, 2019
US Government Proposes New Rules to Increase Organ Transplants
Published December 17, 2019
FDA Approves Sale of Reduced–Nicotine Cigarettes
Published December 17, 2019
Palliative Care Teams Reaching Broader Mix of Patients
Published December 16, 2019
Updated Clinical Practice Guideline for Managing Community–Acquired Pneumonia
Published December 16, 2019
Propeller’s Digital Health Tool Eases Provider Burden, Boosts COPD Patient Use, Study Finds
Published December 13, 2019
Diagnosing OSA With Airway, Nonairway Parameters Identified With Ultrasound
Published December 13, 2019
COPD Triple Combination Therapy as Effective as LAMA/LABA Therapy
Published December 13, 2019
Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease on the Rise
Published December 13, 2019
Inhaled Steroids May Not Work for Half of Asthma Patients
Published December 12, 2019
House Dems Pass Bill to Lower Drug Prices
Published December 12, 2019
RejuvenAir System Granted CE Mark Approval in Europe to Treat COPD With Chronic Bronchitis
Published December 10, 2019
Zephyr Valve Favored as Standard of Care for Eligible COPD Patients in 2020 GOLD Report
Published December 6, 2019
Year in Review: Respiratory Infection
Published December 6, 2019
Navigational Bronchoscopy Real–World Diagnostic Yields Reported
Published December 6, 2019
COPD Morbidity Linked to Omega Fatty Acid Intake
Published December 6, 2019
Intubating Robots are Coming for Your Job (Someday)
Published December 5, 2019
CPAP Therapy Can Be Indicated in Likely Obstructive Sleep Apnea Without a Sleep Study
Published December 5, 2019
FDA Expands Tecentriq Approval in Non–Squamous NSCLC
Published December 4, 2019
For COPD Awareness Month, Be Alert to Dangers of Indoor Air Pollutants, Company Advises
Published December 3, 2019
History of Smoking Linked to Accelerated Decline in Lung Function
Published December 3, 2019
Longer PAP Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Reduces Medical Visits, Costs
Published December 3, 2019
COPD Diagnostic Criteria Expansion Proposed
Published December 2, 2019
Lung Cancer Treatment Beneficial for Nonagenarians
Published December 2, 2019
COPD Mortality Rates Are Decreasing in Many Countries
Published December 2, 2019
Europe Clears RejuvenAir, a New Therapy for COPD with Chronic Bronchitis
Published December 2, 2019
Clinical Challenge: Lung Cancer Screening Utilization
Published December 1, 2019
Tweaking Pulmonary Embolism Assessment Reduces CT Imaging
Published November 27, 2019
Breathing Techniques. Rebooted.
Pulmonary Disease Can Predict All–Cause Hospitalization in HFpEF
Published November 27, 2019
Using Telemedicine to Optimize Long–Term CPAP Management in OSA
Published November 27, 2019
The Relationship Between OSA and Mood Disorders, Cognitive Impairment
Published November 27, 2019
Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Diagnostic Differences Between the Sexes
Published November 27, 2019
CPAP Compliance in OSA and Type 2 Diabetes Lowers Risk for Diabetic Retinopathy
Published November 26, 2019
ACIP: Pneumococcal Vaccine Recs Updated in Patients 65 Years and Older
Published November 26, 2019
Patient Simulation Project in Lung Cancer Points to Improvements in Quality of Care
Published November 25, 2019
CDC Updates Interim Guidance on Vaping–Related Lung Illness
Published November 25, 2019
M72/AS01 Tuberculosis Vaccine Remains Efficacious After 3 years
Published November 25, 2019
Novel Robotic Bronchoscopy Approach in Peripheral Pulmonary Nodule Diagnosis
Published November 25, 2019
Expanded Diagnostic Criteria Needed for COPD, Study Suggests
Published November 22, 2019
CDC: 20% of US Adults Currently Use Tobacco Products
Published November 21, 2019
COPD May Follow 2 Distinct Patterns, According to Machine Learning
Published November 21, 2019
Two PTAC Members Quit in Frustration
Published November 21, 2019
Investigational Respiratory Illness Prevention Therapy Did Not Meet Trial End Point
Published November 20, 2019
Ferret Model Demonstrates Role of Cigarette Smoke in Airway Clearance
Published November 20, 2019
Oral Steroids Don’t Improve Cough Due to Colds (But Are Prescribed Anyway)
Published November 19, 2019
Vaping Injuries Raise New Concerns About Medical Marijuana
Published November 19, 2019
Patient–Centered Outcomes Research Institute: Healthcare’s Savior?
Published November 18, 2019
Beta–Blockers Doubled Risk of Hospitalization from COPD Exacerbations (BLOCK–COPD)
Published November 17, 2019
Higher Short–Acting Beta–Agonist Use Linked to Increased COPD Burden
Published November 15, 2019
Pulmonary Hypertension After Bone Marrow Transplant in Children Is Underestimated
Published November 15, 2019
Overall Survival Benefit With Durvalumab Continues at 3–Year Follow–Up
Published November 14, 2019
Regardless of Cigarette Type, Smoking Associated With Increased Lung Cancer Risk, Mortality
Published November 14, 2019
Double Lung Transplant Performed for Vaping–Related Illness
Published November 14, 2019
Characteristics Identified for Checkpoint Inhibitor–Resistant Patients
Published November 13, 2019
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing Plus Screening Algorithm Useful in SSc–Related PAH
Published November 13, 2019
Non–Invasive Test to Diagnose Genetic Form of COPD Now Available in US
Published November 12, 2019
New Cheek Swab Helps Rule Out Genetic Form of COPD
Published November 12, 2019
FeNO May Assist in Diagnosing Cough Variant Asthma in Chronic Cough
Published November 10, 2019
Lung Cancer Incidence Rates Generally Declined From 2007 to 2016
Published November 8, 2019
European 3TR Project Unites Experts in Effort to Make Treatment More Personal and Effective
Published November 8, 2019
Can C–Reactive Protein Improve Treatment for COPD Exacerbations?
Published November 8, 2019
High–Dose Influenza Quadrivalent Approved for Patients 65 Years and Older
Published November 7, 2019
Stem Cell Transplants Used to Grow Fully Functional Lungs in Mice
Published November 7, 2019
New Canadian National Report Highlights Gaps in COPD Diagnoses, Care
Published November 5, 2019
Should You Work Out When You Are Sick?
Published November 4, 2019
COPD: A Major Predictor of Early Mortality in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Published November 4, 2019
Year in Review: Pulmonary Medicine
Published November 1, 2019
Many Patients Do Not Receive Guideline–Concordant Lung Cancer Treatment
Published November 1, 2019
Certain Inhaled Corticosteroids Linked to Increased Pneumonia Risk in COPD
Published November 1, 2019
Cardiovascular Diseases Undiagnosed and Untreated in Large COPD Cohort
Published November 1, 2019
No Difference Between Placebo and Metoprolol in Preventing COPD Exacerbations
Published November 1, 2019
Seasonal Variations of COPD Exacerbations Call for Timely Preventive Measures, Study Suggests
Published November 1, 2019
Long–Term Air Pollution and Risk for COPD and Asthma in Women
Published October 31, 2019
Aclidinium Bromide Safe, Reduces Exacerbations in COPD With CV Risk
Published October 30, 2019
How Do Seasonal Variants Affect Outcomes, Costs in COPD?
Published October 30, 2019
Rates and Predictors of Hospital Readmission for COPD Exacerbation
Published October 30, 2019
Safety Profile of Revefenacin Administered With Formoterol in COPD
Published October 30, 2019
Depression Linked to Increased Clinical Burden, Hospitalization Risk in COPD
Published October 30, 2019
Predictors of Suboptimal Peak Inspiratory Flow Rate in COPD
Published October 30, 2019
Duaklir Now Available to COPD Patients in US, Circassia Announces
Published October 29, 2019
COPD Risk May Increase From Occupational Disinfectant Use
Published October 29, 2019
Thinking Outside the Lungs: Extrapulmonary Manifestations in PAH
Published October 29, 2019
COPD Therapy Aclidinium/Formoterol Now Available
Published October 28, 2019
Exhaled Breath Profiles: Biomarker for Diagnosing COPD Exacerbations
Published October 28, 2019
Managing Influenza in Patients With Preexisting Respiratory Conditions
Published October 28, 2019
High–Flow Nasal Oxygen With Noninvasive Ventilation May Lower Reintubation Risk
Published October 28, 2019
Tudorza Reduces COPD Flare–ups Without Increasing Risk of Cardiovascular Complications or Death, Phase 4 Trial Shows
Published October 25, 2019
Does Cardiorespiratory Fitness Affect Lung Cancer Risk Among Male Smokers?
Published October 25, 2019
Study: Choose Right Inhaler in COPD Patients
Published October 24, 2019
Researchers Identify Genetic Variations Linked to Oxygen Drops During Sleep
Published October 24, 2019
Home Oxygen Use Associated With Worsened Physical Function in COPD and IPF
Published October 23, 2019
Oscillating Vest Keeps COPD Patients Out of Hospital
Published October 23, 2019
Accelerated Lung Function Decline Even in Low–Intensity Smokers
Published October 23, 2019
Home Oxygen Use Associated With Worsened Physical Function in COPD and IPF
Published October 23, 2019
LAMA Appears Safe for COPD Patients With Recent Exacerbations
Published October 22, 2019
Spirometry After Bronchodilator Treatment Improves Diagnosis Accuracy, Study Shows
Published October 22, 2019
Pulmonary Embolism With Tobacco Dependence Linked to 30–Day Readmission
Published October 22, 2019
High–Concentration Oxygen Therapy Beneficial for AECOPD With Acute MI
Published October 22, 2019
Beta–Blockers Best Avoided in COPD Patients Without CVD
Published October 21, 2019
Twice–Daily Ensifentrine Improves COPD Symptoms at Up to 4 Weeks
Published October 21, 2019
Higher Frequency of Typical Usual Interstitial Pneumonia Radiologic Pattern in COPD
Published October 20, 2019
Factors Identified as High Risk for VTE in Acute COPD Exacerbation
Published October 20, 2019
CDC Releases Clinical Guidance on E–Cigarette Lung Injury
Published October 18, 2019
Asthma, COPD, and Asthma–COPD Overlap Differentiated Using Sputum Cell Count
Published October 18, 2019
Any Level of Smoking Can Lead to Long–Term Lung Damage, Study Says
Published October 18, 2019
Retracted and Republished COPD Study Shows Harm From Intensive Hospital–to–Home Intervention
Published October 16, 2019
CDC: Seasonal Influenza Viruses Circulating Widely in Southern Hemisphere
Published October 16, 2019
Variables in Bronchiolitis Hospitalization Not Linked to Higher Asthma Diagnoses
Published October 16, 2019
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Symptom Subtypes Identified Using Novel Algorithm
Published October 16, 2019
Bayer Will Invest $30M in Joint Research Lab for Chronic Lung Diseases
Published October 15, 2019
DRIP Scoring System Improves Antibiotic Prescription Patterns for Pneumonia
Published October 14, 2019
Lung Screening Saves Lives, but Who Should Be Screened?
Published October 11, 2019
Influenza Vaccine Modestly Effective in Preventing Hospitalizations in COPD
Published October 11, 2019
“Smart Shirts” Measuring Daily Lung Function May Help Monitor COPD, Other Respiratory Conditions
Published October 11, 2019
Interim Guidance for Health Care Providers Evaluating and Caring for Patients with Suspected E–cigarette, or Vaping, Product Use Associated Lung Injury CDC Update
Published October 11, 2019
Major Asthma Guideline Update: ICS–LABA as–needed Replaces Albuterol
Published October 11, 2019
FDA: Stop Using Vaping Products Containing THC
Published October 9, 2019
Single Inhaler Triple Therapy Can Improve Lung Function in Uncontrolled Asthma
Published October 9, 2019
Smoking Cessation Program in Cancer Setting Associated With High Abstinence Rates
Published October 9, 2019
Researcher Awarded Nearly $7.5M to Find Treatments for COPD, Other Disorders
Published October 8, 2019
Tiotropium/Olodaterol Associated With Significant Lung Deflation in COPD
Published October 7, 2019
FDA Rejects NDA for Triple Combination COPD Therapy
Published October 4, 2019
Dorney–Koppel Foundation Spotlights COPD at Stanford Medicine X | CHANGE Conference
Published October 4, 2019
Nintedanib Associated With Lower Rate of FVC Decline in Interstitial Lung Disease
Published October 4, 2019
EAACI and ERS Release Statement on Severe Asthma Exacerbations
Published October 4, 2019
Individualized COPD Prediction Model Validated for General Populations
Published October 3, 2019
Chronic Rhinosinusitis Associated With Multiple Comorbid Conditions
Published October 3, 2019
Three–Drug Combo Promising in Hospital–Acquired, Ventilator–Associated Bacterial
Pneumonia Study
Published October 3, 2019
Real–World Study Shows Mepolizumab Reduces Exacerbations in Severe Eosinophilic Asthma
Published October 2, 2019
Gala’s RheOx System to Treat Chronic Bronchitis Receives CE Mark for Health and Safety in EU
Published October 1, 2019
Sarcoidosis on Associated With Higher Mortality vs COPD, IPF on Transplant List
Published October 1, 2019
Early Palliative Care May Improve Survival in Advanced Lung Cancer
Published October 1, 2019
Inhaler Misuse in Asthma and COPD: Undoing 40 Years of Incorrect Technique
Published September 30, 2019
Wrist–Worn Step Trackers Accurate in Predicting Patient Health Outcomes
Published September 29, 2019
Study Examines Cardiovascular Disease Impact in Patients With COPD
Published September 28, 2019
Growth Differentiation Factor–15 Linked to Transplant–Free Survival in PH
Published September 27, 2019
Priority Health Joins Insurers That Will Cover the Zephyr Valve for Emphysema
Published September 27, 2019
Budesonide–Formoterol Reliever vs Maintenance Therapy for Severe Asthma Exacerbations
Published September 27, 2019
FDA Panel Votes on OTC Nicotine Mouth Spray for Smoking Cessation
Published September 26, 2019
Smaller Ventricular Size May Be Associated With More Severe Asthma
Published September 26, 2019
Plasma Biomarkers of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis May Predict Survival
Published September 26, 2019
Speaker of the House Unveils Plan to Lower Drug Costs
Published September 25, 2019
Treatment to Prevent Active Tuberculosis Could Be Beneficial to Millions
Published September 25, 2019
COPD: the World’s Biggest Neglected Disease?
Published September 25, 2019
Vaping: The Threat to Public Health and the ATS Response
Last Reviewed September 2019
Vaping Triggers Cellular Responses Similar to Cigarette Smoking, Potentially Increasing Risk of Emphysema
Published September 24, 2019
Balloon Pulmonary Angioplasty Effective for Chronic Thromboembolic PH
Published September 23, 2019
Statement on FDA Efforts to Encourage Patient Engagement in Medical Device Clinical Investigations
Published September 23, 2019
Regular Exercise Improves Asthma Control but not Peak Expiratory Flow
Published September 20, 2019
Performing Accurate Body Plethysmography Important for Emphysema in BLVR Referral
Published September 20, 2019
Pulmonary Hypertension Linked to Mortality After Atrial Septal Defect Repair
Published September 20, 2019
Blood Eosinophil Levels in COPD: Too Variable for Biomarker Use?
Published September 19, 2019
FDA Warns of Possible Interstitial Lung Disease, Pneumonitis With Certain Breast Cancer Drugs
Published September 19, 2019
Home–Based Pulmonary Rehab Improves Exercise Tolerance, QoL in Severe Asthma
Published September 17, 2019
FDA to Review Drug–Device Combo for Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Treatment
Published September 17, 2019
COPD Assessment Test Valid Method to Measure QoL in Bronchiectasis
Published September 16, 2019
Genetics Plus CT Highly Prognostic for Smokers’ Lung Cancer Risk
Published September 13, 2019
Probiotics May Reduce Costs for Flu–Like Respiratory Tract Infections
Published September 13, 2019
Sotatercept Receives Orphan Drug Status for Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
Published September 13, 2019
Diagnostic Yield of Thin vs Ultrathin Bronchoscope for Peripheral Pulmonary Lesions
Published September 13, 2019
ATS: Military Deployment to Southwest Asia May Lead to Respiratory AEs
Published September 13, 2019
Expansion of the Learn More Breathe Better Program and Breathe Better Network
Published September 12, 2019
FDA Approves Treatment for Systemic Sclerosis–Associated Interstitial Lung Disease
Published September 12, 2019
Nuvaira Hopes to Go with the Flow in COPD See Clinical Trials
Published September 11, 2019
Expanding the Potential of Spirometry to Identify Early Impairment in COPD
Published September 10, 2019
Underused Drug Combination May Increase Survival in Lung Transplant
Published September 10, 2019
Addition of Surgical Resection in Stage IV NSCLC May Improve Survival
Published September 10, 2019
Air Pollution Associated with Worsening Emphysema
Published September 10, 2019
Orvepitant: A Novel Antitussive Therapy for Chronic Refractory Cough?
Published September 9, 2019
Nearly Half of Patients With COPD Made Errors in Inhaler Use, Study Finds
Published September 8, 2019
Prostaglandin D2 Distinguishes Asthma and COPD from Asthma–COPD Overlap Syndrome
Published September 6, 2019
Fixed–Dose, Triple–Combination Therapy Effective in COPD Trial
Published September 6, 2019
Kali–Extracts Launches Website for Cannabis–based COPD Treatment Candidate RespRX
Published September 3, 2019
Statins Reduce C–Reactive Protein and IL–6 in COPD But Not Mortality
Published September 2, 2019
Breztri Aerosphere Reduced COPD Exacerbations Better Than Approved Therapies, Phase 3 Trial Shows
Published August 30, 2019
New Definition for Pulmonary Hypertension in Left Heart Disease: Haunted by How We Measure the Wedge?
Published August 30, 2019
Lung Cancer CT Scan Can Identify Smoking–Related Diseases
Published August 30, 2019
Advisory from CDC re: Severe Pulmonary Disease Associated with Using E–Cigarette Products
Published August 30, 2019
COPD Outcomes Using Single Inhaler Triple Therapy vs Dual Therapy
Published August 29, 2019
Comparing Open Lung Ventilation With Conventional Ventilation in ARDS
Published August 29, 2019
Effectiveness of a Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program in Severe Asthma
Published August 27, 2019
COPD Patients With Acute Exacerbations Should Receive Noninvasive Ventilation Regardless of Certain
Characteristics, Study Suggests
Published August 27, 2019
Adherium and Summatix Join Forces to Improve Hailie Sensor Digital Platform
Published August 26, 2019
All of Us Research Program to Expand Public Engagement Efforts with New Partner Awards
Published August 23, 2019
Physiologic Insights from the COPD Genetic Epidemiology Study
Review, Volume 6, Issue 3, 2019, Journal COPD Foundation
Inhalation Technique Errors with Metered–Dose Inhalers Among Patients with Obstructive Lung Diseases: A Systematic Review and Meta–Analysis of US Studies
Review, Volume 6, Issue 3, 2019, Journal COPD Foundation
Ambient Air Pollution Significantly Associated With Increases in Emphysema
Published August 22, 2019
Findings of 3 Studies of Nerve Ablation Therapy in COPD Patients to Appear in Science Journals, Nuvaira Says
Published August 20, 2019
Lower DLCO May Be Linked to Worse Morbidity in COPD
Published August 19, 2019
Measuring and Monitoring Skeletal Muscle Function in COPD: Current Perspectives
Published August 19, 2019
Inspiratory Muscle Training May Be an Option for Patients Who Decline Pulmonary Rehabilitation for COPD
Published August 18, 2019
Air Pollution May Increase Emphysema Risk Among Non–Smokers, Study Says
Published August 16, 2019
Spiration Valve System Helps People with Severe Emphysema Breathe More Easily, Study Finds
Published August 13, 2019
GOLD Board of Directors Calls for More Serious Action on COPD
Published August 12, 2019
Ensifentrine Dry Powder Inhaler Safe, Effective for COPD in Phase 2 Trial
Published August 9, 2019
Exhaled Volatile Organic Compounds Sensitive to Underlying Inflammation
Published August 8, 2019
Just breathe: Boehringer Ingelheim’s Latest COPD Campaign Centers on ‘Inhaleability’
Published August 7, 2019
‘Colorful’ Therapist Uses Exercise to Improve Patients’ Lives at NYC Pulmonary Rehab Clinic Noah Greenspan!
Published August 6, 2019
Good Fitness Cuts Risk of COPD, Long–Term Study Suggests It started in the 70s!
Published August 2, 2019
Walgreens ‘Find Care’ Program Expands Care Management to People with COPD, Asthma, and Diabetes
Published July 30, 2019
National Jewish Health Ranked Nation’s #1 Respiratory Hospital For 18th Year by US News & World Report
Published July 29, 2019
Early Trial Findings Hint at SNG001 Aiding COPD Patients with Viral Infections
Published July 26, 2019
COPD–Related Cognitive Impairment Unlike Other Forms of Dementia
Published July 26, 2019
New Research on COPD Aims to Selectively ‘Disarm’ Specific Pathogens
Published July 25, 2019
Erdosteine Deemed Superior to Other Mucolytic Agents for COPD Treatment
Published July 23, 2019
Glycopyrrolate Improves Lung Function in COPD, Regardless of Smoking Status
Published July 19, 2019
Australian Researcher Awarded $100K to Study Non–invasive Ventilation for Sleep–disordered COPD Patients
Published July 19, 2019
Could Vascular Dysfunction Be a Primary vs Secondary Feature of COPD?
Published July 19, 2019
Simple Blood Test for C–Reactive Protein May Guide Antibiotic Use in COPD Flares
Published July 16, 2019
Increasing USPSTF Lung Cancer Screening Eligibility in African American Smokers
Published July 15, 2019
Macrolide Antibiotics May Reduce Acute Exacerbations in COPD Patients, Review Study Suggests
Published July 12, 2019
Finger–Prick Blood Test Could Safely Reduce Antibiotic Use in Patients with COPD
Published July 11, 2019
Study Validates Optimal Lung Function Threshold for Identifying People at Risk for COPD
Published July 9, 2019
Personalized Medicine for Patients with COPD: Where Are We?
Published July 9, 2019
Adaptive vs Pressure Support in Noninvasive Ventilation in COPD Acute Exacerbations
Published July 8, 2019
Increased Risk of Peripheral Arterial Occlusive Diseases in Patients with COPD: A Nationwide Study in Taiwan
Published July 4, 2019
COPD Patients at Greater Risk of Fractures and Osteoporosis Than Those with Other Diseases , UK Study Finds
Published July 2, 2019
Triple Combo Therapy Breztri Aerosphere Approved in Japan for COPD
Published June 28, 2019
Deal Plans to Make Yupelri Treatment Available in China and Adjacent Territories
Published June 25, 2019
The Challenges of Pulmonary Rehab in Facilities May Be Overcome in the Home
Published June 24, 2019
EFFORTS’ Jean Romme Attended ATS 2019 and Took Notes for Us
Conference May 18–22, 2019
Boehringer Ingelheim, Alberta Government Create Partnership to Improve Patient Care
Published June 18, 2019
Use of Inhaled Steroids May Reduce Lung Cancer Risk in COPD, Study Suggests
Published June 14, 2019
Add–on Fasenra Does Not Ease COPD Exacerbations, Phase 3 Results Show
Published June 11, 2019
First Patients Successfully Treated in the Nuvaira AIRFLOW–3 COPD Pivotal Trial
Published June 10, 2019
Treatment Failure in COPD Exacerbations Reduced by 3–Month Azithromycin Course
Published June 7, 2019
Georgia Hospital Using Zephyr Valve System to Treat Breathing Problems Due to Emphysema
Published June 7, 2019
Long–Term Ozone Exposure Associated With Increased Mortality Risk
Published June 4, 2019
Analysis Shows Effectiveness of Verona’s Ensifentrine Treatment on COPD Symptoms:
See addt’l link under New Meds, Trials, Investigational Equipment and Studies
Published June 4, 2019
Can Vaping Cause Lung Problems?
Published May 29, 2019
Verona Starts Phase 2b Trial to Test Nebulized Ensifentrine as Add–on Therapy
Published May 28, 2019
E-–Cigarette Use, Flavorings May Increase Heart Disease Risk, Study Finds
Published May 27, 2019
Azithromycin May Reduce Treatment Failure After COPD Exacerbations
Published May 24, 2019
COPD Exacerbation Frequency and Treatment Strategy Differs by GOLD Stage
Published May 19, 2019
Telehealth Rehabilitation Lowers Hospital Readmissions After COPD Exacerbation, Study Finds
Published May 17, 2019
Longer Exhalations Are an Easy Way to Hack Your Vagus Nerve
Published May 9, 2019
Use of Inhaled Corticosteroids Reduces Lung Cancer Risk in COPD
Published May 8, 2019
Common Lung Diseases Associated With Cardiovascular Risk
Published May 3, 2019
With Prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes and COPD Increasing Worldwide, Researchers Look for Links
Published April 30, 2019
COPD Exacerbation from Biomass Smoke Likened to Risk Posed By Tobacco Smoke, Study Cautions
Published April 26, 2019
Eisenhower Health 1st in Southern California to Offer Landmark Treatment for COPD/Emphysema:
The 2ndnd First in CA
Published April 24, 2019
Carrot Rewards Wellness App Launches COPD Campaign
– Go Canada!
Published April 23, 2019
COPD Patient Quality of Life Improved by Integrated Disease Management
Published April 19, 2019
Thunder Fever: How Thunderstorms Can Trigger Asthma Outbreaks
Published April 18, 2019
FDA Gives Marketing Clearance to Loop Wearable Wristband that Remotely Monitors COPD Patients
Published April 16, 2019
Overnight In–House Intensivists Don’t Clearly Improve Care: Review
Published April 14, 2019
Titrating PEEP Using Esophageal Pressures Did Not Improve ARDS Outcomes (EPVent–2)
Published April 14, 2019
CSA Medical’s RejuvenAir System Gets FDA Breakthrough Device Designation:
But What Does It Do?
Published April 12, 2019
Circassia Adding Cardiovascular Safety Data on Tudorza Label for COPD Patients
Published April 9, 2019
FDA Clears Spry Health’s Remote Monitoring Wearable for COPD Patients
Published April 2, 2019
FDA OKs Duaklir Fixed–Dose Combination Inhaler for COPD
Published April 1, 2019
Temple Hospital First in Nation to Implant New Valve into Lungs of Emphysema Patient:
This is an umbrella–shaped valve
Published March 28, 2019
New Tool Identifies Support Needs of COPD Patients, Helping to Make Care More Personal and Holistic
Published March 22, 2019
How the Keto Diet can Help People Breathe Easier
Published March 21, 2019
Incorporating Healthy Habits to Help Manage COPD: A Specialist’s View
Published March 20, 2019
Statin Therapy in Asthma–COPD Overlap May Curb Stroke, CAD Risk
Published March 14, 2019
American Lung Association® Nutrition and COPD
Last Updated March 13, 2019
Non–Invasive Imaging Technique Valid for Identifying Small Airway Disease in Lung
Public Release March 14, 2019
Patients and Caregivers New Access to FDA “Request to Connect”
El Camino Hospital 1st in California to Offer New Treatment for Severe COPD/Emphysema
Published March 12, 2019
Daily Aspirin Might Ease COPD Flare–Ups
Last Updated March 4, 2019
US Senators Relay Personal Experiences as They Chastise Pharma Execs for High Drug Prices
Posted February 26, 2019
2019 Important Alert for Medicare Patients Who Use Supplemental Oxygen–especially Liquid O2
Circulated January 16, 2019 via copdfoundation.org
Patient–Reported Consequences of Community–Acquired Pneumonia in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Date of Acceptance September 18, 2018
The Lung is Not the Only Organ Affected by Air Pollution
Published February 21, 2019
Development for Asthma, Allergies and Other Respiratory Diseases
Published February 21, 2019
Natural Ways to Cleanse Your Lungs
Last Reviewed February 18, 2019
Atrial Fibrillation Prevalence Increasing in End–Stage COPD
Published Feburary 18, 2019
Statins Linked to Better Outcomes and Improved Lung Function in COPD Patients
Published Feburary 15, 2019
When Mucus Can be Key to Treating Colon and Airway Diseases
Published February 1, 2019
Researchers Breathe New Life into COPD Research Using Mouse Models
Published January 31, 2019
FDA Approves 1st of Wixela, a generic of ADVAIR DISKUS®
Published January 31, 2019
Long–Term Use of Statins Reduces Mortality, Inflammation in COPD
Published January 30, 2019
ß–Blocker Therapy and Risk of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — A Danish Nationwide
Study of 1.3 Million Individuals Published January 28, 2019
LUNG REGENERATION Mayo Clinic center For Regenerative Medicine
Flu Shot Crucial for Anyone With COPD Published January 7, 2019
Smoking Cessation Key Component of Cancer Moonshot Program Published January 2, 2019
Self–Care COPD Program Lowered Hospital Readmissions Published December 3, 2018
What Exercises Can Help Increase Lung Capacity? Last Reviewed November 23, 2018
Optimizing US Home Oxygen Therapy – Addressing Patient and Clinician Reports of Problems with Home Oxygen Accessibility
Published in December 2018 Abstract
COPD and Anxiety: Researchers Test Promising Approach Published November 27, 2018
Which Patients With COPD Are Affected the Most by Extreme Weather? Published November 14, 2018
New Mucus Study Could Hold the Key to Clearing Your Phlegm Published November 13, 2018
Humidity Levels and COPD Last Reviewed November 12, 2018
To Better Treat COPD, Scientists Look to Tailored Approaches for Deadly Lung Disease
Published November 9, 2018
What to Know about Steroids for COPD Last Reviewed October 25, 2018
Mucus, Cough and Chronic Lung Disease: New Discoveries Public Release October 24, 2018
Myths about COPD Circulated October 17, 2018 via copdfoundation.org
Does COPD Show Up on an X-ray? Last Reviewed October 17, 2018
Does High Altitude Affect COPD? Last Reviewed October 9, 2018
Clinical Issues of Mucus Accumulation in COPDPublished January 24, 2014
